OSTEOPOROSIS IN THE AGING MALE
Abstract:
Osteoporosis has long been considered a
disease of women. As awareness of the pervasiveness of
this disorder increases, it is clear that men are also at
risk regarding this disorder. Recent epidemiological
studies have confirmed that osteoporosis in men is an
increasing health problem. This development not only has
its roots in increased longevity but also in increased
awareness of this problem in men. The purpose of this
article is to review what is known about the factors in
men that lead to the acquisition, maintenance, and loss of
bone, as well as new insights about the causes,
pathogenesis, and treatment of osteoporosis in men.
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